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SaveCaliente is a small town in very rural Nevada offering basic services. Bring your own spare parts and tubes, but find ways to support the local businesses, even if you just buy a burger from J&J's (classic). The trails offer a little bit of everything from a NICA sanctioned race course, to long backcountry cross country rides. The City has built a small bike park with a few nice dirt jumps, a concrete pump track, and a decent network of jump trails with berms, drops, and steeps. There are a few technical descents throughout all of the networks with more being added soon.
The shoulder seasons are ideal here as winter can be cold and wet and summer hot and dry. Expect it to be 5-10 degrees cooler than Las Vegas or St. George. Free camping is available on the abundant BLM land and at the trailhead in Barnes Canyon, with developed campgrounds at Kershaw-Ryan State Park, Cathedral Gorge State Park, and at Young's RV Park.
The shoulder seasons are ideal here as winter can be cold and wet and summer hot and dry. Expect it to be 5-10 degrees cooler than Las Vegas or St. George. Free camping is available on the abundant BLM land and at the trailhead in Barnes Canyon, with developed campgrounds at Kershaw-Ryan State Park, Cathedral Gorge State Park, and at Young's RV Park.
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- Mountain Bike
43 trails
- E-Bike
28 trails
- Adaptive Bike
2 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
3 trails
- Hike
35 trails
- Trail Running
35 trails
Region Details
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- 18
- 11
- 7
- 1
Region Status
Caution as of Oct 25, 2026
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 45
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 43
- Trails E-Bike
- 28
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 10
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 2
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 3
- Trails Horse
- 3
- Trails Hike
- 35
- Trails Trail Running
- 35
- Trails Dirtbike/Moto
- 3
- Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
- 3
- Total Distance
- 80 miles
- Total Descent
- 13,993 ft
- Total Vertical
- 3,091 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 7,464 ft
- Reports
- 205
- Photos
- 169
- Completed Counter
- 3,517
Sub Regions
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Barnes Canyon
- 4
- 5
- 1
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Caliente Bike Skills Park and Trails
- 1
- 2
- 3
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Cathedral Gorge State Park
- 3
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Ella Mountain
- 1
- 1
- 1
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Kershaw-Ryan State Park
- 8
- 3
- 1
- 1
Popular Caliente Mountain Biking Trails
• 95 ★ 4.0 • 531 ft • 28 ft • 193 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
• 85 ★ 3.8 • 3 miles • 671 ft • 188 •
A long and steady climb to mid mesa where you can either go down the directional or continue up to the mesa top. This trail changes character after the first mile from wide and buffed to tighter and more technical. It has decent flow...
• 85 ★ 4.2 • 5 miles • 529 ft • 166 •
Ride this trail counter clockwise to get the most out of it and to take advantage of the series of tables below the radio towers. This trail is on Kershaw-Ryan State Park property--though you can access it from Spring Street, please...
• 80 ★ 4.0 • 1 mile • 99 ft • 149 •
Follows the mesa rim looking into Rainbow and Kershaw Canyons.
• 60 ★ 3.5 • 1 mile • 89 ft • 147 •
Moderately popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 12 minutes to complete this trail.
• 90 ★ 0.0 • 2,874 ft • 100 ft • 146 •
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 8 minutes to complete this trail.
• 60 ★ 4.0 • 1,048 ft • 9 ft • 137 •
Continuation of directional descent. Tight and swoopy with a rock roll at the end which you can send for some air.
• 65 ★ 3.9 • 1 mile • 49 ft • 130 •
This is the first directional descent in Barnes Canyon. It is an intermediate/difficult trail with a few technical sections, berms, small drops, and one optional 4 ft drop.
Caliente Mountain Bike Routes
★ 5.0 • 7 miles • 858 ft • 1 •
A fun way to check out most of what Kershaw Ryan has to offer. This loop rides best counterclockwise. You...
10 miles • 1,366 ft • 13 •
Loop configuration maximizes the most fun descending. Wake Up Call is technically difficult.
3 miles • 390 ft • 3 •
This is a nice short loop for beginner/intermediate riders who want to see what Barnes is all about. Great...
6 miles • 627 ft • 0 •
This is the Kershaw Redemption loop, which is perfect for beginners and intermediate/advanced riders...
Photos of Caliente Mountain Bike
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Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Kershaw Redemption | Jul 25, 2026 @ 6:19am (America/Los_Angeles) Jul 25, 2026 | Ideal | watusi512 | ||
| Eric's Anthill | Jul 25, 2026 @ 6:19am (America/Los_Angeles) Jul 25, 2026 | Ideal | watusi512 | ||
| Short Round | Jul 25, 2026 @ 6:19am (America/Los_Angeles) Jul 25, 2026 | Ideal | watusi512 | ||
| Canyon Vista | Jul 25, 2026 @ 6:19am (America/Los_Angeles) Jul 25, 2026 | Ideal | watusi512 | ||
| Newcomer | Jul 25, 2026 @ 6:19am (America/Los_Angeles) Jul 25, 2026 | Ideal | watusi512 | ||
| Mongoose | Jun 19, 2026 @ 6:17am (America/Los_Angeles) Jun 19, 2026 | Dry | watusi512 | ||
| Primer | Jun 19, 2026 @ 6:17am (America/Los_Angeles) Jun 19, 2026 | Dry | watusi512 | ||
| Primer | Jun 19, 2026 @ 6:17am (America/Los_Angeles) Jun 19, 2026 | Dry | watusi512 | ||
| Ella Mountain Trail | Jun 4, 2026 @ 4:41pm (America/Los_Angeles) Jun 4, 2026 | Dry | aobbard | ||
| Wake Up Call | May 3, 2026 @ 5:40pm (America/Los_Angeles) May 3, 2026 | Very Dry | Gotsummit |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
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| runawaytoday | wishlist | trail | activity #106831022 | Oct 29, 2026 @ 3:07pm 1 day |
| MTBprojectIsSuperior | ridden | trail | activity #106626052 | Oct 26, 2026 @ 6:01am Oct 26, 2026 |
| MTBprojectIsSuperior | ridden | trail | activity #106626036 and 1 more | Oct 26, 2026 @ 6:00am Oct 26, 2026 |
| mntlion | add | report | activity #106612918 | Oct 25, 2026 @ 7:10pm Oct 25, 2026 |
| mntlion | vote | poi | activity #106612874 | Oct 25, 2026 @ 7:08pm Oct 25, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | Glad I finally did it (upper section only),... | Jun 4, 2026 @ 4:49pm Jun 4, 2026 | ||
| trail | I agree with the previous comment, maybe this... | Apr 14, 2026 @ 3:16pm Apr 14, 2026 | ||
| trail | On this day in mid April the globe mallows... | Apr 14, 2026 @ 3:12pm Apr 14, 2026 | ||
| trail | I agree this is on the bluish side of green,... | Apr 14, 2026 @ 3:10pm Apr 14, 2026 | ||
| report | Sasss | Dec 10, 2025 @ 3:26pm Dec 10, 2025 |
Local Badges
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Epic Ride Climb 2k15 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge4 awarded -
Climbing 100k Badge0 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k14 awarded -
Descent 10k Badge4 awarded -
Descent 100k Badge0 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Caliente Bike Skills Park | skill park | Caliente |
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 43 | 79 miles | 13,432 ft | 40 miles | 3,091 ft | #2,689 | #9 | 156 | 205 | 7 | 1,848 | |
| E-Bike | 28 | 60 miles | 11,549 ft | 33 miles | 3,045 ft | #590 | #8 | 11 | 178 | 3 | 176 | |
| Gravel Bike | 10 | 27 miles | 6,024 ft | 16 miles | 3,091 ft | #2,378 | #1,019 | 4 | 7 | |||
| Adaptive Bike | 2 | 4 miles | 282 ft | 2,405 ft | 584 ft | #4,581 | #13 | 3 | ||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 3 | 18 miles | 2,388 ft | 9 miles | 1,329 ft | #1,915 | #6 | 13 | 1 | |||
| Horse | 3 | 18 miles | 4,777 ft | 13 miles | 3,031 ft | 22 | 2 | |||||
| Hike | 35 | 76 miles | 12,392 ft | 38 miles | 3,091 ft | #3,836 | #16 | 1 | 197 | 3 | 293 | |
| Trail Running | 35 | 76 miles | 12,392 ft | 38 miles | 3,091 ft | #3,301 | #15 | 1 | 197 | 3 | 36 | |
| Dirtbike/Moto | 3 | 18 miles | 5,305 ft | 13 miles | 3,031 ft | 22 | 26 | |||||
| ATV/ORV/OHV | 3 | 18 miles | 5,305 ft | 13 miles | 3,031 ft | 22 | 7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Caliente?
Caliente has 5 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Caliente?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Caliente are:
- Rocky Top (4.3/5)
- Ella Mountain Trail (4.2/5)
- Wake Up Call (4.2/5)
- Eric's Anthill (4.2/5)
- O.G. (4.1/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Caliente?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Caliente are:
- October (31 activities)
- April (29 activities)
- May (28 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Caliente?
There are 8 parking locations listed in Caliente. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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What is the longest trail in Caliente?
The longest trail in Caliente is Ella Mountain Trail at 14.9 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Caliente?
The best hiking trails in Caliente are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Caliente?
The best trail running trails in Caliente are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Caliente?
Caliente has a total of 45 trails. Of those, 43 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Caliente to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Caliente?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Caliente is Ella Mountain Trail with 774 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Caliente?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Caliente is Ella Mountain Trail with 1,966 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Caliente?
Caliente supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What bike services are there in Caliente?
The following bike services are available in Caliente:
- Trail Association (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Caliente?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Caliente is Critter (Adv Climbing) with an average grade of 15.2%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are the trails open in Caliente?
The overall region status for Caliente is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 36 trails:
- Clear / Green: 28
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 4
- Significant Issue / Amber: 4
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Can I ride an ebike in Caliente?
Yes, Caliente supports e-bike riding. There are 27 trails in Caliente that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Caliente?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Caliente are: View all mountain biking routes in Caliente.
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What type of bike is most common in Caliente?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Caliente are:
- AM (11 activities)
- Trials (1 activities)
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What is the highest summit in Caliente?
The highest summit in Caliente is Stairstep Mountain at 10,069 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Caliente?
The most popular Strava segments in Caliente are:
- Kershaw Outlook (418 athletes)
- Kershaw to Ella Springs Rd (339 athletes)
- Ella Rd Incline (311 athletes)
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Caliente?
Yes, there are 2 accessible/adaptive trails in Caliente. View all adaptive trails in Caliente for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Caliente?
There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Caliente directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Caliente?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Caliente are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Caliente?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Caliente are:
- Newcomer (3.5/5)
- KR Mesa Cutoff (2/5)
- Canyon Vista (2.5/5)
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